B9548 - Disturbi della Nutrizione e dell'Alimentazione (DNA): dalla semeiotica alla realtà virtuale

Learning outcomes

To understand the nosography, psychopathology, and semiotics of the main Eating and Feeding Disorders, including the pathophysiology of complications and the ability to distinguish the features of Eating Disorders (ED) from those of psychiatric comorbidities;

To recommend the diagnostic assessments necessary to carry out an accurate differential diagnosis (medical evaluation and psychiatric interview);

To identify the most appropriate level of care in accordance with International Guidelines;

To develop skills in conducting the clinical interview and communicating the diagnosis (to patients and family members);

To manage complex cases and work within multidisciplinary teams (Role-playing and Learning by doing).

Course contents

Nosography, psychopathology, pathophysiology, and semiotics of the main Eating and Feeding Disorders

Diagnostic assessments necessary to carry out an accurate differential diagnosis (medical evaluation and psychiatric/psychological interview)

Treatment (most appropriate level of care in light of International Guidelines, main psychotherapies used)

Clinical interview and communication of the diagnosis (to the patient and family members)

Readings/Bibliography

No required textbook. The Ministry of Health recommendations will be provided in PDF format.

Teaching methods

Lectures

Discussion of clinical cases

Role-playing

Learning by doing

Assessment methods

Brief interview on clinical cases

Teaching tools

Slides and PDF readings provided by the instructor.

Optional reading of selected passages from:

1. I Wanted to Be a Butterfly by Michela Marzano
2. The Golden Cage by Hilde Bruch
3. Overcoming Binge Eating by C. Fairburn

Office hours

See the website of Anna-Rita Atti